How to Make a Table Lamp Using Glass Block

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How to Make a Table Lamp Using Glass Block

Glass Block Lamp|How to Make a Table Lamp for $12|DIY

I'm showing you how I made the Glass Block Lamp using cement. You can make it by making a mold using PVC film and Foamex, and pouring cement dough into the mold. You can see a brief description of how to make the Glass Block Lamp here, or you can watch a video that shows how to make it in more detail. If you want a manual, you can click the link in the video information.

Supplies

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foamex(1mm), tape, PVC(0.3mm), USB LED light(100*40*10mm), glass block(115*115*80mm), instant adhesive, sandpaper, double-sided tape, mortar cement

Cutting According to the Drawing

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Step 1. Download the PDF in the video information and print it on A4. And then cut the Foamex(1mm) and PVC(0.3mm) plates according to the drawing.

Assembling the Parts

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Step 2. The size of the drawing and the actual product may differ. So, cut it to actual size and fit it.

Gluing the Parts

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Step 3. Attach the PVC and foamex parts using adhesive.

Attaching the LED Module

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Step 4. Attach the led module to the glass block. The button and USB terminal must be in contact with the side.

Attaching Supports to the Mold

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Step 5. Cut the wooden sticks and attach them to the corners of the mold to prevent the shape from being distorted.

Pouring Cement Dough

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Step 6. Make the cement dough and pour it into the mold toward the bottom.

Removing the Mold

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Step 7. Once hardened, carefully remove the mold.

Done!

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Step 8. The Glass Block Lamp has been completed.